Fleur Bouwer (NL)

Fleur Bouwer is an assistant professor in cognitive neuroscience and psychology at Leiden University, as well as a former professional musician. In her research, she combines a fascination for the human brain with a deep passion for music. Fleur investigates the basic mechanisms of how music works in the brain, and how this translates to musical behaviour in all its facets. In addition, she is an enthusiastic educator and public speaker, bringing science about the exceptional bond between humans and music to a wider public. Her book "What is music for?" will come out in March 2027 with Bristol University Press.